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Christopher Daniell`s ” Atlas of Medieval Britain” is a historical atlas illustrating the changing face of the British Isles in Medieval times. Annotated throughout with clear commentary, this volume tells the story of the British Isles, & makes visually accessible the varied & often complex world of the Middle Ages. The atlas depicts the spatial distribution of key events & buildings between 1066 & 1485, as well as providing the relevant Anglo-Saxon background. Charting the main political, administrative & religious features of medieval society, the maps also locate cultural landmarks such as the sites of Mystery Plays, universities & specific architectural styles. The topics covered in the atlas include: Iron Age & Roman occupation; Anglo-Saxons & Vikings; changing political scenarios within Engl&, Scotl&, Wales & Ireland; Religious framework, including diocesan boundaries, monasteries & friaries; government, society & economy. ...

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A guide to some of the rarest birds in existence, brought together by the maps showing where in the world you can find them. The guide focusses on 50 captivating stories of the very rare, including remarkable discoveries of species new to science, rediscoveries of species not seen for centuries & 'back from the brink of extinction' successes like Seychelles Magpie-Robin & California Condor. Each species has its own mini-chapter & the book will be broken down into key groups of species, with the five most amazing tales of island endemics, five most bizarre cases of a bird becoming threatened, & so on. This will be an accessible, readable & visually appealing take on a serious subject of threatened birds & possible extinctions
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From its origins to its terrible legacy, the tortuous course of the Great War is vividly set out in a series of 174 fascinating maps. Together the maps form a comprehensive & compelling picture of the war that shattered Europe, & illustrate its military, social, political & economic aspects. Beginning with the tensions that already existed, the atlas covers: the early months of the war: from the fall of Belgium to the fierce fighting at Ypres & Tannenberg: the developing war in Europe: from Gallipoli to the horrors of the Somme & Verdun life at the front: from living underground, the trench system & the mud of Passchendaele to the war graves technology & the new horrors: from phosgene gas attacks to submarines, tanks & mines the home fronts: from German food riots to the air defence of Britain, the Russian Revolution & the collapse of Austria-Hungary the aftermath: from war debts & war deaths to the new map of Europe. This third edition contains an entirely new section depicting the visual remembrance of the war; a fascinating visitors` guide to the memorials that commemorate the tragedy of the Somme. ...

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Atlas Of Russian History

The complex and often turbulent history of Russia over the course of 2, 000 years is brought to life in a series of 176 maps by one of the most prolific and successful historian authors today. This fourth edition of The Routledge Atlas of Russian History covers not only the wars and expansion of Russia but also a wealth of less conspicuous details of its history, from famine and anarchism to the growth of naval strength and the strengths of the river systems. From 800 BC to the fall of the Soviet Union, this indispensable guide to Russian history covers: war and conflict: from the triumph of the Goths between 200 and 400 BC to the defeat of Germany at the end of the Second World War and the end of the Cold War politics: from the rise of Moscow in the Middle Ages to revolution, the fall
of the monarchy and the collapse of communism industry, economics and transport: from the Trans-Siberian Railway between 1891 and 1917 to the Virgin Lands Campaign and the growth of heavy industry society, trade and culture: from the growth of monasticism to peasant discontent, Labour Camps and the geographical distribution of ethnic Russians.Now bringing new material to view, and including seven new maps, this popular atlas will more than readily gain a place on the bookshelves of anyone interested in the history of Russia.

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The complex & often turbulent history of Russia over the course of 2, 000 years is brought to life in a series of 176 maps by one of the most prolific & successful historian authors today. This fourth edition of The Routledge Atlas of Russian History covers not only the wars & expansion of Russia but also a wealth of less conspicuous details of its history, from famine & anarchism to the growth of naval strength & the strengths of the river systems. From 800 BC to the fall of the Soviet Union, this indispensable guide to Russian history covers: war & conflict: from the triumph of the Goths between 200 & 400 BC to the defeat of Germany at the end of the Second World War & the end of the Cold War politics: from the rise of Moscow in the Middle Ages to revolution, the fall of the monarchy & the collapse of communism industry, economics & transport: from the Trans-Siberian Railway between 1891 & 1917 to the Virgin Lands Campaign & the growth of heavy industry society, trade & culture: from the growth of monasticism to peasant discontent, Labour Camps & the geographical distribution of ethnic Russians. Now bringing new material to view, & including seven new maps, this popular atlas will more than readily gain a place on the bookshelves of anyone interested in the history of Russia.

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Stanfords was established in 1853 and opened their iconic Covent Garden flagship store in 1901. They have become the top retailer of maps, travel books and accessories in the UK and arguably offer the largest selection of maps and travel books worldwide. Famous names such as Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Ranulph Fiennes and Michael Palin have purchased from Stanfords. They now have a shop in Bristol and both stores together with other venues operate a calendar of events including talks, book signings and exhibitions. As a specialist map retailer, the map selection is comprehensive and includes road maps, street maps and walking maps from worldwide destinations, as well as a selection of world atlases and wall maps. Books include travel guides and travel literature. Stanfords also stock globes, from miniatures made of blue marble to magnificent floor-standing globes. The website features a selection of interesting articles on travel topics.

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